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Omya AG

Omya AG, a leading global producer of industrial minerals, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH) and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1884, Omya has established itself as a key player in the calcium carbonate and dolomite markets, serving diverse industries such as paper, plastics, and construction. The company’s core offerings include high-quality mineral products that enhance performance and sustainability in various applications. Omya's commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility sets it apart, as it continually develops solutions that meet the evolving needs of its customers. With a strong market position and a reputation for excellence, Omya AG is recognised for its significant contributions to the industrial minerals sector, making it a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Omya AG's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

22

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

Industry Benchmark

Omya AG's score of 22 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Omya AG's reported carbon emissions

Omya AG, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), reported a carbon footprint of approximately 62,000 kg CO2e per tonne of natural ground Calcium Carbonate produced in 2014. This figure reflects the emissions associated with the production process, although specific data on Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions has not been disclosed. Currently, Omya AG has not established any formal reduction targets or initiatives, nor have they committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This lack of specified climate commitments indicates a potential area for improvement in their sustainability strategy. As the industry increasingly prioritises climate action, Omya AG's future commitments and emissions data will be crucial in assessing their environmental impact and alignment with global climate goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Omya AG's primary industry is Real estate services (70), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Omya AG is headquartered in CH, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Omya AG is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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